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Noise Ordinance Overview
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Official Decibel Limits
volume_up"Jefferson Parish Ordinance Sec. 20-102 (f) mentions maximum permissible sound limits set forth in Table 1 for receiving land use categories, but specific decibel values for residential/commercial were not found in the provided snippets. Vehicle sound amplification systems are limited to 85 decibels at greater than 25 feet."
AI Executive Summary
Metairie, LA noise ordinances, primarily Jefferson Parish Code Chapters 20 and 7, prohibit loud, unnecessary, or unusual noise that disturbs others. Quiet hours for amplified sound and yelling are generally 11 PM to 7 AM. Specific regulations exist for construction, vehicles, and animal noise, with penalties for violations.
Specific Noise Restrictions
Construction
Domestic power tools, lawnmowers, and agricultural equipment are exempt when muffled between 7 AM to 9 PM on weekdays/Saturdays, and 8 AM to 9 PM on Sundays/holidays. Generators are exempt for testing/maintenance between 7 AM and 10 PM.
Amplified Sound
Amplified sound and yelling are generally restricted between 11 PM and 7 AM. Operating any sound-producing device in such a manner as to be plainly audible at a distance of 50 feet between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. is prima facie evidence of a violation. Vehicle sound amplification systems must not exceed 85 decibels audible at greater than 25 feet.
Animals
Noise ordinances cover animal noise. Specific details on what constitutes a violation for animal noise were not found in the provided snippets.
Vehicles
Prohibits sounding horns/signaling devices unnecessarily or for an unreasonable period, or creating unreasonably loud/harsh sounds. Use of signaling devices not hand/electric operated or by engine exhaust is prohibited. Vehicle sound amplification systems exceeding 85 decibels audible at greater than 25 feet are prohibited.
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